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This Week at Cross Church | Pray for Student Camp
Pray for Student Camp
Over 800 of our students will depart for Student Camp on Sunday evening. We need to pray for their travel safety, salvation for those who need Jesus, and growth in the Lord for those who know him personally. This is a powerful week, and one that can result in changed lives. Through what many of these students experience with the Lord in salvation or growth, the trajectory of their lives will change.
Looking Toward Sunday Morning, July 2: America, Come Together
With the sad and tragic events of the recent shooting in Washington, DC that targeted those who serve our nation, the theme we considered our #1 need in America is right on: America, Come Together! Each campus will have a fantastic time of celebration on Sunday morning, July 2, and our preaching pastors will be faithful to deliver a special word just for this morning. The entire morning will call out, America, Come Together! We must do this! Please bring friends and family members to Sunday morning, July 2 for this patriotic and powerful service that will be built upon a strong word from the Lord.
Plan Now to Experience Fireworks at the Crosses on Sunday Evening, July 2
After experiencing a dynamic Sunday morning on July 2, we will look toward the late afternoon and evening for our annual Fireworks at the Crosses. Music will begin at 5:00 p.m. and the crowd will begin to gather. Usually the first couple of hours are a time of fellowship with friends, looking toward the rest of the evening. At approximately 7:45 p.m., I will baptize at the crosses in our outdoor baptistry. Being baptized under the crosses is a great memory for anyone who follows the Lord in baptism on this day. If you are awaiting baptism and want me to baptize you on July 2 at the crosses, you can sign up here. I look forward to this time of baptism every year, and enjoy all of our Cross Church campuses celebrating baptism together. Do not miss it. Then, just before dusk, all shifts to a strong patriotic moment. We will honor of our veterans, say the Pledge of Allegiance, sing the Star Spangled Banner, and within just minutes as dark comes, the fireworks begin. Bring friends, family members, a picnic, or purchase food on site. Usually, we have no less than 10,000 people for this fabulous gathering.
Please Join Us for Sunday Morning, June 25, and Our “Did God Really Say” Series
Right now, plan to be part of our continuing series from the book of Genesis entitled Did God Really Say. Our message this week is entitled, Did God Really Say That Human Diversity is a Part of His Pivotal Plan?, and you will not want to miss it. This will be our 6th message in this series. On July 2, we will step out of our Did God Really Say series for our patriotic celebration, and on July 9, continue with this series on Genesis until its completion in August. I am looking forward to it.
I Love You, Cross Church
Cross Church, I wish I had the privilege to sit down across from each of you and tell you, “I love you.” You are a special people of God. His hand is upon you. Great things are happening. I cannot wait to share some of them with you.
See you Sunday,
Ronnie W. Floyd
Dr. Ronnie Floyd is the President & CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee.
This Week at Cross Church | Summer is Heating Up
Dr. James Dobson Interview About Dads In America
Every father, mother, son, and daughter needs to listen to my 22-minute interview with the renown Dr. James Dobson. No one has defended and forwarded the family and the vital role of fathers in America more than James Dobson. He is an amazing leader. This will help you as you prepare for Father’s Day this coming Sunday. Here is the direct link.
Man Day
Do not miss Sunday at Cross Church! It is Father’s Day, also known around Cross Church as Man Day. We will be honoring all dads, and it will be a special day for the whole family. Each campus will have unique opportunities that will make this a fun experience for everyone. We will continue our series Did God Really Say from the book of Genesis, and it will be a challenging word for both men and women. Make sure you invite your dad to church for Man Day! Use the graphic below to share with others.
Summer Freedom Celebration: “America, Come Together”
Summer is heating up at Cross Church! That means our annual Summer Freedom Celebration is right around the corner. On Sunday, July 2, on every campus of Cross Church, we will have a wonderful time of celebration together. Our theme for the morning celebrations will be, “America, Come Together.” The message, songs, and technology will create and sustain this powerful theme, which reminds us of the need in our great nation today. Many have sacrificed so much for the freedoms we all enjoy in this great nation God has given us. We will give honor to those who have served and are serving still today. From bright smiling children singing to our worship choir and band, along with military representatives from every branch of service, it will be a great day. I look forward to speaking this day and being with you. BRING A FRIEND! Don’t miss it, and begin now to invite others to join you.
Fireworks & Baptism at the Crosses
On the evening of Sunday, July 2, our Pinnacle Hills campus will host our 10th Annual Fireworks & Baptism at the Crosses. This is one of my absolute favorite days of the year. We will host a patriotic celebration featuring live music, outdoor baptisms, and fireworks. Go here for details. Before the fireworks start, we will have the opportunity for our people to be baptized outdoors under the crosses. If you’d like more information on being baptized that evening, you can find more information and sign up here.
First Things First
At Cross Church, summer doesn’t mean we slow down. In fact, ministry heats up! Because of your faithfulness to give during these 15 weeks of summer, we are able to minister to so many children and families throughout the summer through VBX, summer camps, IMPACT Ministries, and so much more. If you are away, you can still give faithfully via automated giving or by giving online. Continue to join together with us in giving to the Lord weekly. We cannot out give God!
See You Sunday,
Ronnie W. Floyd
Dr. Ronnie Floyd is the President & CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee.